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United States — United States Border Patrol & John Thune

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United States — United States Border Patrol: The United States — United States Border Patrol>>> is another agency that would receive funding through the proposed $70 billion bill, which is a key component of the legislative efforts.
John Thune: John Thune>>>, as Senate Majority Leader, is navigating the complex legislative process and acknowledging the difficulties in securing Republican support for the bill and its controversial provisions.
May 28, 2026 · 9 articles
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United States — United States Border Patrol: United States — United States Border Patrol will receive $22 billion in funding through fiscal year 2029, with an additional $5 billion for border security technology, allowing it to continue and expand its operations without the reforms demanded by Democrats.
John Thune: John Thune>>>, as Senate Majority Leader, played a key role in guiding the immigration funding bill through the United States>>>, despite initial delays and internal Republican pushback.
Jun 03, 2026 · 138 articles
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United States — United States Border Patrol: The bill includes language preventing fund transfers to the Border Patrol, a Democratic priority.
John Thune: As Senate Majority Leader, Thune prioritized passing the funding measure to avoid a third shutdown.
Aug 02, 2026 · 27 articles
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United States — United States Border Patrol: A bill funding the United States — United States Border Patrol>>> was postponed due to concerns that the compensation fund could allow January 6 defendants to receive taxpayer money.
John Thune: Senate Majority Leader John Thune>>> urged the White House to abandon the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' entirely, stating it was the best way forward.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
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United States — United States Border Patrol: The United States is debating a $70 billion bill to fund United States — United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the United States — United States Border Patrol.
John Thune: John Thune>>>, the Senate Majority Leader, stated the goal is to pass the base bill for immigration enforcement funding.
Jun 03, 2026 · 118 articles
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United States — United States Border Patrol: The standoff delayed a funding bill for the Border Patrol, but the agency itself is not directly impacted.
John Thune: As Senate Majority Leader, he managed the confirmation process, relying on Cassidy's vote to secure Blanche's confirmation.
Jul 28, 2026 · 429 articles
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United States — United States Border Patrol: Similar to ICE; Graham's death may reduce advocacy for increased funding.
John Thune: Spoke at Capitol Rotunda service.
Jul 12, 2026 · 283 articles
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Apr 22, 2026 · 14 articles
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